I am so sorry about your grandmother's death. Several years ago my grandmother was killed in a car accident and all those feelings came rushing back. Remember all the wonderful things about her and all the good times you had together and not the accident. That is what she would want you to remember about her.

What a beautiful tribute. Those pictures were the perfect touch. Thank you for allowing us to share in your grief. I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts, prayers, and tears are with you and your family right now.

Oh Jess, I am simply heartbroken for you. I am very close to Duke/RDU/etc if you need ANYTHING. I am here for you and your family, even though we haven't met in real life. My number is (919) 274-8039...doesn't matter the time, day or night.

I hope you take some small comfort in this outpouring of internet support for you and yours during this time.

The photos you posted are simply wonderful and capture some of her spirit -- you can almost hear the laughter.

Get out the photos and reminisce up a storm -- tape it or write it down for the next generation. Too often, the women are reduced to those people who cooked and not much else is said. (My dad wrote a miserable tribute to my grandmother, that was essentially about what my grandfather had done in life -- and she was there too)

Celebrate her, laugh over her, cry over her -- it has to be a shock, and bringing her to life in that way may soothe some slight bit.

It is beautiful to think of you stroking her hand, singing a hymn as she found her way from this world to the next. I wish we could do the same for you-- hold your hand, sing you a hymn, listen to you talk, cry together. I'm so sorry for this huge loss, Jess. I'm praying God's peace for you tonight.

So sorry to hear about your loss. If anyone understands the connection between a granddaughter and her grandmother, it is I. In a way, I will never lose my grandmother because she is essentially most of who I am today. Take care of yourself.

How horrible for you all...I am so very very sorry...as I would guess all your online friends are...whenmy grandmother died we were all there and just before she slipped into a coma she asked for my son Jeff, wich was amazing since she had over a dozen grandchildren..Bless you and your family Jess...we are all praying for you....mauniejames3

Jess,My husband's grandmother was hit by an unlicensed, uninsured driver the day before Thanksgiving, in 2003. Nana was a vibrant lively woman and her sudden death rocked us all, as your grandmother's has you.Cry, and remember the best. Your grandparents are together again.I wish you peace.Reesie

How heartbreaking to lose her in such a traumatic way, Jess. ((HUGS)) I am so sorry!!

My grandmother died suddenly in January (her heart gave out between home and the hospital) and then, only three months later, my grandfather was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer (it had metastasized into his bones). Sometimes I think God has a plan to keep these couples together in heaven. It was horrible watching Grandad die, but also somewhat of a relief to know that he didn't have to live a life without his true love. I hope you can find some small comfort in knowing that your grandparents are together again.

I'm so sorry for you and your fmaily's loss. Glad that you got to be there for her, to stroke her hand and her hair, and to say goodbye for both of you. There's never a good way to say goodbye, but saying it together is better than apart.

bidyJess-- I wish I could do something to make it all better. I know I can't so I'll just say that I'm so sorry you are having to go through this again. Especially so soon. My thoughts and prayers are with you hon.

I am very sorry for your loss. I'll be keeping you and your family in my thoughts.

When my grandmother died six years ago I helped her 4 daughters to prepare her body for burial. It is something I will never forget. I remember holding her hand and despite the cold clamminess of death, I could still feel the warmth of her spirit. Of her 10 grandchildren, she and I shared an extra special bond.

Being there at the end like you were means so much and someday, if not now, it will provide some comfort.

Oh, my sweet, I have no idea what to say. I wish I could talk on and on about how she and your grandfather are together, or how her memory will live on...but it seems like there is nothing to say when it's so soon, so close and with such immediacy.

My love to you. It's too hard to let go. I am glad you were with her in the end. Ages and generations your women-folk have...beautiful history, beautiful future.

I wish I knew of some magical words or a phrase that would instantly heal broken and hurting hearts. Alas, I do not. I can only say that I am thinking of you during this difficult time and I am so, so sorry for your loss, your hurt, and your sorrow. May you find strength knowing there are so many "strangers" out there that care.